Sunday, February 25, 2018

Layered Black Dress

In an age of street style mania, a layered black dress gives off a playful yet edgy vibe and easily gets a nod of approval from the fashion crowd.

A lot of gals shy away from layers and ruffles for fear of adding volume, understandably so. This dress is so lightweight with just the right amount of flounce and literally no volume.

It’s safe to say we’ve somehow survived another Winter and are being cheered up by pretty cherry blossoms springing up every which way we look, meaning the switching of sartorial gears is upon us yet again. Much as I am excited to see gardens and streets brimming with color, I do miss the colder Winter weather.

A lightweight piece like this is just what the doctor ordered as the Winter layers are starting to come off. It prides itself in offering a perfect balance between being dark enough to pass as a Winter piece yet light enough for Spring’s easy breezy mild weather. All in all, it's a great transitional piece.

I could have worn this dress lose but I belted it because I’ve lost a ton of weight lately just from eating healthier and I’ll be telling you all about how I did it in a few weeks. Look out for that especially if you’re looking to adopt / maintain a healthy lifestyle and get your summer body on.

This dress was kindly sent to me by the amazing folks at The Kemist but all opinions are mine. Every piece from this store makes me want to reach out for a hat, the full proof way to add edginess to a look. I couldn’t decide on a fedora or a boaterso I shot both.

Oh and I’m super excited because my born day is coming up on this week on Thursday the 1st of March. It’s been a bit of an emotional week for me though as the Pisces season rolls in. But I'm excited and looking forward to a great great week!

46 comments:

What a glorious statement dress! I'm a big fan of structured clothing items, and I do love this interpretation of ruffles. I love the fact this dress is black, somehow that makes its unique design stand out even more! The ruffles on this dress are really unique, they remind me of origami.

Plus, I love how you paired this dress with those gorgeous boots, I love these kind of shoes, where the heel is high but still looks comfortable. Those untied laces look cute too! Last time I wore my boots like that was when I rushed to the supermarket but now I see there is fashion potential in playing with the laces.

You've created the perfect feminine street styling. The bag is lovely as well. The photographs are so full of positive energy. It seems you've been enjoying nice weather there. The almond trees have blossomed here (so pretty), but we did get some snow today (just a tiny bit), I don't think the snow is here to stay.

All in all, such a glam styling. You look dreamy!!!! Have a fantastic week ahead!

The layer details and this swingy silhouette definitely take this dress to the next level and you're rocking it idu! You also couldn't have chosen a better backdrop. All that color sets off your whole outfit beautifully. I for one am happy to embrace spring and leave winter behind right now :)

Lucky you that you have warmer weather there. You look amazing, and I swear you look younger each outfit. The dress is such a gorgeous style and fun to photograph. Happy born day, sister. <3 FASHION TALES

Black is really a great and stunning color, you make me want to wear more black outfit and this look is so simple. Happy birthday dear and I'm wishing you everything you wish yourself and even more. LLNP

Dear Idu, how wonderful it is your birthday week! Wish you the best week ever! And I love your light weightes dress - it suits you very well and I like it how you have styled it <3xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena www.dressedwithsoul.com

I love this Dress! The color, ruffles, length...and all. I absolutely love how you upped the ante on the edginess by pairing with combat boots. I love both looks, but he black fedora look is my fav...something about an all black look. Oh, and Happy birthday in advance.